Friday, November 19, 2010

Weekend Chit-Chat

Hello! This week has gone by so quickly and we still have plenty to do for Thanksgiving, next week. A few evenings ago, the girls had a friend over and they surprised me with a homemade spaghetti and meatball dinner.

They even set the table, folded fancy napkins and lit candles. Oh, and loaded the dishwasher! Everyone finished up their schoolwork and are looking forward to a week off.

Progress is being made on the patio. The 3 underground drains are finished and the next step is to fill in the entire area with cement.

I found new fabric for the patio furniture cushions. Now, I just need a sewing machine. Any recommendations for $150.00 or less?

I'd also like to finish up my kitchen deep cleaning and organization. Thank you for stopping by for a visit and I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

I love the fabric. And how wonderful to be treated to a spaghetti dinner. The girls did a great job with the table. As for sewing machines, I would look at reviews as much a possible. Sometimes some machines can vibrate a lot or not hold tension as well. I have a kenmore that I love. But other brands can be good to. Sewing is so much fun and if you need an excuse, just think how your daughters can use it too. ;)

What a thoughtful gesture from your daughters! The patio is starting to take form and looks great! I, too, am busy getting ready for Thanksgiving. I am hosting this year (about 20 family members). It will be such a wonderful time. Have a splendid holiday!

On the sewing machine...I would check out any sales between now and Christmas. Lots of places are having good ones, and you can get a decent machine. I know Target and WalMart both sell sewing machines.

I would also check out your local thrift stores. I got my current machine (a vintage 1960's Singer Rockateer) for $20!

Hi Kelli, I have been following your blog for quite awhile, and really appreciate your good posts and how well you've organized everything on the right side re recipes, etc. I like to explore your prior posts. Hope you'll find the time to post frequently again! Bess

Welcome! My name is Kelli and I am originally from Ontario, Canada but now enjoy living in Texas with my three teenagers. Grace is 18, Emily is 17, and Benjamin is 15.
I'm a work-at-home mom and in my spare time I love to decorate, antique store treasure hunt, bake, and celebrate the four seasons.
Please join me as I share photos and stories, along with some recipes and favorite things thrown in for good measure!